Hello all.  We are running a bit late this week with labour being out of town and management not willing to lift a paw to help.  To be fair I don't think we would have liked the results.  First, thank you to everyone who donated to the Air Cadets this past weekend.  With your help they raised a substantial amount to support a wonderful bunch of teens.

While that was going on we had a chain link fence installed in the play yard to protect people from the various mechanicals and to protect our new windows from the people.  In the process the contractor cut the Bell telephone cable to the church.  I know there is a special place in heaven for those who try to reach Bell service, or Rogers on a weekend. Larry Chisholm has earned his spot.  Finally reaching Bell he was asked for the name on the buried cable. Just think about it for a minute.  Anyway it's all back together and thank you to everyone who got it sorted.  On with the news!

 

 Lunch & Learn - Lectionary Readings

Wednesday, October 15th at 12:00 pm

Join us for a new midweek Lunch & Learn/fellowship hour. Bring your packed lunch and gather around the table as we revisit the lectionary readings from the previous Sunday, share insights, and reflect together. Coffee and tea will be provided--just bring your lunch and a willingness to engage in good conversation. All are welcome!

*Please note that there is no study this coming week. We will meet again on October 15th.

 

Weeknight Kids' Church -- The Cloak of Kindness Squad

*Launching Monday, October 27th, 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Designed for elementary-aged children and inspired by our patron Saint Martin's act of sharing his cloak with a poor man, the Cloak of Kindness Squad teaches children the power of kindness, empathy, and everyday bravery. Through age-appropriate Bible stories, hands-on service projects, and creative activities, kids discover how to live out their faith in practical, loving ways.

 

Do you know a child who might be interested? Are there high school students looking to earn volunteer hours? Or perhaps you'd like to help lead this exciting new ministry? Contact Rev. Sarah for more information or to request a registration package.

 

Coffee Hour.  This Sunday is the first Sunday of the month.  Join us for coffee and treats after the 10:00 am service.

 

Parish Council   The next meeting of Parish Council is Monday 20 October, 2025 at 7:00 pm in Rowland Hall.

 

Trunk or Treat.   Our third annual "Trunk or Treat" will take place in the parking lot on Sunday October 26th from 3:00 to 5:00 pm and we are looking for participants and donors.  Decorate your vehicle, yourself, put treats in your trunk, bring a friend or two and enjoy the fun.  Can't participate?  We are looking for donations of treats to keep the trunks full.  Look for the bin in the cloakroom.  See Nancy Haley for more information.

Trunk or Treat 2025


Martin's Brunchers are Hard at Work.  For the month of October, Martin’s Brunchers will be gathering om WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22 at 10:00 a.m. Note the change in the day. We’ll let you know the location next week. Please contact Janice and Larry Chisholm (519-657-5279; lchisholm@rogers.com) or speak to them when you meet at church.

 

Parking Around St. Martin's.  Recently municipal enforcement officers have been patrolling Pinetree Drive, mostly by the cul-de-sac near Riverside Public School, and ticketing vehicles that are parked illegally. This is a gentle reminder to double-check the signage where you park to avoid being fined, including designated accessible spots in St. Martin's parking lot. Please contact Rev. Sarah if you have any questions or concerns about parking. 

 

St. Martin's, Our History and Our Artifacts.   We have left up the display from Doors Open London to give you the opportunity to see it in detail.  There are also some brochures on the display table from the event.  Please feel free to take one home.  I also have a question.  Can anyone tell me the origin of the cross which hangs in the stairway to the balcony?  

 

The Chancel Guild is looking to recruit new members.  If you are interested, please see Marie or Rev'd Sarah.

 

St. Paul's Social Services -Thank you for your continued generosity.  This item never goes away because hunger never goes away.   St. Paul's Social Services is an outreach program, a part of which is the St. Paul's Food Bank.  Your generous donations help support it.   Look for the bin in the cloakroom marked "St. Paul's Food Bank".  Food of all descriptions should be the first priority.   Please give what you can.    In addition to food, toiletries, especially in small sizes are always useful. Monetary donations are also well received as it lets them buy items which are needed but not always donated or they buy in bulk.  Like everyone else they are being hit by the rising price of food.  Please make cheques payable to St. Paul's Social Services.  Tax receipts will be issued directly by St. Paul's Social Services.  For the moment please do not donate containers as they are in discussions with the local Health Inspectors on their use.

 

We Are Collecting Egg Cartons.  Annele Robertson has a friend who can use egg cartons for......eggs!  Drop them off in the cloakroom and Annele will pick them up.  

 

Milk Bag Collection is Back.  The ladies are back to making mats.  Please bring in your milk bags and put them in the marked box in the Cloakroom

 

Email Address  Please check that you have our correct email address in your contacts.  It is stmartinslondon@diohuron.org .  The old email address is no longer supported, and we will be losing access to it soon.  Also, if you change your email address, please let us know so we can update our records.

 

Lead us not into Temptation....

See you Sunday.
Ian

Ian Haley 
Church Warden